Research Assistant I - Office of Senator Ralph Hise

* Hiring Range: Based on Experience *

* Closing Date: 11/14/2025; 5:00 p.m. *

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

The North Carolina Senate is seeking a highly qualified Research Assistant to work in the office of Senator Ralph Hise, Deputy Senate President Pro Tempore and Co-Chair of the Senate Appropriations/Base Budget Committee. Under general supervision, the Research Assistant will conduct policy and legal research for the Senate Appropriations Co-Chair, applicable Senate policy committees, and for other members as assigned by Sen. Hise. This position requires performing with a high level of accuracy and completeness, with strict attention to content and methods. The Research Assistant works under the overall direction of the Senate Appropriations Co-Chair, Sen. Hise.

Examples of Duties :

• Performs legal and policy research using various sources such as Westlaw, Lexis-Nexis, and Legisnet, bill status, statutory retrieval, and library sources.
• Assists other members and leadership staff in organizing, preparing, and presenting information for legislators and committees.
• May draft simple bills, resolutions, and amendments for the Senate Appropriations Chair.
• Works closely with staff attorneys to research and draft legislation.
• May respond to information and reference questions from legislators, legislative staff, and the public on behalf of Sen. Hise.
• Reviews, proofreads, and edits legislative documents.
Performs other duties as assigned with a high degree of skill, attention to detail, and independence.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to present information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Practical knowledge of the elements of reference and policy research.
• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications, research software, and Adobe Acrobat DC.
• Ability to maintain composure and work cooperatively under pressure with legislators, legislative staff, and the public on a daily basis.
• Ability to work independently, organize and analyze materials, and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and to handle politically sensitive work.
• Ability to work objectively and impartially both with respect to members of both political parties and with respect to issues of state.
Willingness and ability to work extended schedules.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

Required Education and Experience:

• Requires a bachelor's degree and one year of research experience; or,
• Bachelor's degree and a paralegal certificate; or,
Any similar combination of the above education and experience.

SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION:

***NC General Assembly positions are NOT Subject to G.S. 126 - State Human Resources Act.***

Instructions :
To apply for the Research Assistant position, please complete the online NC General Assembly application through the NC General Assembly website:
https://careers.ncleg.gov/ .

• Detailed Cover Letter that must address:

  • All the applicant requirements and competences listed above.
  • Employment and/or educational experience relevant to the position.
  • Reasons for wanting to join the office of Sen. Hise.

• Résumé (up to two pages in length).
  

Please Note: To receive credit for work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application. Any licenses or certificates must be included in the appropriate section of the application packet.

Agency Contact Information:
North Carolina General Assembly
Human Resources Office
(919) 715-1210

***Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application.***